Low Carb Thanksgiving Dinner can be a blessing or a curse. I still think that if you are going to have an Indulgence, you should indeed do so very infrequently, and that it is imperative to plan for it. It's the question of whether it's actually a good idea to accept this and build it into one's dietary life that I now question. Dana Carpender shares more Low Carb Thanksgiving tips and recipes for getting through the Thanksgiving holiday.
Read More »Low Carb Thanksgiving Tips by Dana Carpender
In case you hadn't noticed, Thanksgiving is upon us; it seems incumbent upon me to say something, and quickly. So here are a few Low Carb Thanksgiving ideas for making it through the holiday without gaining several pounds.
Read More »Dana Carpender to Appear at LCHF Support Group in Las Vegas 8/4/16
On August 4, 2016, Dana Carpender appeared at the first meeting of the newly formed LCHF (Low Carb High Fat) Support Group in Las Vegas, NV. 6:15pm-7:45pm, Clark County Library, Large Conference Room, 1401 E. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89119.
Read More »She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not – Healthy Low-Carb Valentine’s Day Ideas for the Entire Family
No matter what you chose for your Valentine’s Day meal, remember a Low Carb Lifestyle is a Whole Food Lifestyle and it is not necessary to celebrate with food each time a holiday rolls around. You can celebrate with your loved ones without relying on the empty, sugar-laden calories of most Valentine meals.
Read More »Dana Carpender’s Low Carb Memorial Day Suggestions and No-Sugar Ketchup Recipe
Boy, you gotta love Memorial Day Weekend! Not only is it the official beginning of summer, not only will Miss Manners grant you permission to wear white shoes after this weekend, not only do most of us have a long weekend off - but it's a holiday that isn't centered around junk food. YIPPEE!!
Read More »Top 10 Tips on How to Talk to Your Doctor About Your Low Carb Diet
You have embraced healthy fats like butter and coconut oil, and adapted a fresh, real food approach to fueling your body. As a result you’ve shed pounds without feeling deprived, your energy levels have soared, and your cravings have been suppressed. But… you still feel slightly uncomfortable about telling your doctor the good news. Dietitian Cassie offers her top ten tips in sharing your new lifestyle with your doctor.
Read More »Avoid the Holli-Month Trap
Dr. Eric Westman shows us how to avoid the mindset and habits that can pull us into the downward spiral of month-long holiday indulgences.
Read More »Natural Breast Care: Putting Your Health in Your Hands
When it comes to breast health, a lot of emphasis is put on cancer treatment. Words like "survivor" and "early detection" are common this time of year. What is discussed less frequently is prevention. The World Cancer Research Fund estimates that 38% of breast cancer in the United States could be prevented with diet, physical exercise, and weight management.
Read More »How to Eat Low Carb & Be Heart Healthy
In this month’s Food for Thought, Dr. Nicole Avena offers heart health tips for those on low-carb and ketogenic diets including simple changes that will affect great health changes.
Read More »A Do-It-Yourself Healthy Lifestyle
Leading a healthy lifestyle is within your reach. Start with small steps and discover what you need to be happy. Make a difference in your own life. Regain YOU!
Read More »Quality Over Calories: Why Eating Less and Exercising More Fails
Jonathan Bailor explains why you should worry less about counting calories and the amount of time you spend exercising and give more thought to eating high quality foods.
Read More »Dietary Detours: Getting Your Low Carb Lifestyle Back on Track
If you've taken a wild turn, let today be the day you get your low carb diet back on track. Feel great about your food choices and leave the detour behind you. Ramona Denton offers suggestions to get back on the path you've mapped out for greater health and well-being.
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